NBC Boston is seeking a Freelance Assignment Desk Editor to cover news stories and assign crews. The position is part-time with an estimated duration of up to 8-12 months.
Requirements
- Prior experience at an assignment desk
- Prior experience in local news coverage
- Strong writing skills
- Strong research skills
- Basic computer skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Strong resources and contacts in the community
- Ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions and act decisively under stress and tight deadlines
- Ability to assign, direct and supervise broadcast news coverage
- Ability to gather stories from different platforms
- Ability to communicate through social media to specific individuals to corroborate stories
- Ability to search topics on social media and digital platforms
- Solid news judgment and awareness of local and national news
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with coworkers and community
Benefits